Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

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Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a condition which is caused by excess deposition of fat in the liver. As the name suggests it is not related to alcohol consumption and may develop in a person who drinks little or don’t drink at all. It can occur at any age but usually seen between the age of 40- 50, especially in the people who are obese and diabetic.

Risk factor

Obesity

Diabetes

Hypertension

High level of triglycerides

Hyperglycemia

Metabolic disorder

Hyper and hypothyroidism

Symptoms

Usually nonalcoholic fatty liver causes no symptoms in the early stage but sometimes these symptoms may appear-

Fatigue

Weakness

Pain upper right side of the abdomen

Swelling over legs, feet, ankles, and abdomen

In case if the nonalcoholic fatty liver disease progresses to cirrhosis can lead to these symptoms-

Fluid retention

Internal bleeding

Mental confusion

Jaundice

Itchy skin

Prevention

Maintain a healthy weight

Stay active and do some exercise and yoga

Eat a healthy diet

Control of diabetes

Avoid smoking

See your doctor if you have any sign and symptom of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or any other symptoms that worry you.